Oregon
Repertory Singers seeks to honor and share the music, culture, and living
artists of Latvia with our local audiences through a memorable collaborative
concert. This project’s objectives include providing the Emīls Dārziņš Choir
with a positive and enriching experience in the Portland area; exposing our
audiences to more Latvian choral music; reaching out to the Latvian community
in the area through the shared interest of Latvian culture and music; and
giving our audiences the unique opportunity to hear a performance from visiting
Latvian artists. To attain these objectives, Oregon Repertory Singers plans
include: - Host and/or locate homestay or other lodging for Emīls Dārziņš Choir
members - Host a potluck or other social event - Participate in rehearsals and
performance with the Emīls Dārziņš Choir - Connect with the Latvian-American
community through the Oregon Latvian Society and other channels

Oregon
Repertory Singers is a 501(c)3 nonprofit choral arts organization, presenting
world-class music accessible to all. With a professional-caliber adult choir
and an education- and performance-based youth choir program, ORS is committed
to inspirational performances, exceptional education, and nurturing the choral
audiences of this generation and the next. Formed in 1974, the Oregon Repertory
Singers adult choir performs a wide range of repertoire at a high artistic
level. The volunteer choir of over 90 members has been led by artistic director
Dr. Ethan Sperry since 2011. Ethan is also the Director of Choral Activities at
Portland State University and holds a BA in philosophy from Harvard College and
MM and DMA degrees in choral conducting from the University of Southern
California. His programming often highlights new works, living composers, local
artists, and diverse cultures. Oregon Repertory Singers has extensive
experience in joint programming with artistic partners. Whether with
professional ensembles like the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra (Vancouver, WA),
or young students from middle school choirs in the Portland area, ORS prides
itself on offering unforgettable experiences for audiences through diverse
collaborations. ORS also frequently presents music from a wide variety of
cultures and composers; for example, in 2013 ORS presented Latvian composer
Ēriks Ešenvalds’ Passion and Resurrection in one of its first performances
outside of Europe. Oregon Repertory Singers is excited to continue this
tradition of diversity and excellence, and in particular to present and
celebrate Latvian art and culture with the Emīls Dārziņš Mixed Choir.